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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 11:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,286
Posted By gugie

It was chilly at the top of Steven’s Pass. ...

It was chilly at the top of Steven’s Pass.


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Bob...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 11:09 PM
Replies: 3,291
Views: 662,377
Posted By Sierra_rider

Thanks, I feel lucky to live where I do and I...

Thanks, I feel lucky to live where I do and I enjoy sharing it. Sonora pass is actually not one of the Death Ride climbs, it's one highway down from those climbs...IMO, it's harder than those passes....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 10:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,286
Posted By nlerner

Day 3 complete! Skykomish to Leavenworth across...

Day 3 complete! Skykomish to Leavenworth across Stevens Pass. First 17 miles was up, up, up, mostly on quiet shaded roads parallel to the main road. Then 38 miles of mostly descent, a bit too much of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-11-24, 10:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 210
Posted By highandlowrpm

No issues with frame alignment for my Black Label...

No issues with frame alignment for my Black Label V2. Everything was dialed in, and has worked well as a road bike. Regular 40-60 mile club rides with roadies, and I choose the gear ratio of my...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 10:37 PM
Replies: 3,291
Views: 662,377
Posted By diphthong

maan, nice photos. there's a reason why this area...

maan, nice photos. there's a reason why this area is included in the death ride. always enjoy seeing your pics and ride write-ups (in the other thread).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,993
Posted By Jeff Wills

Yes, you can feel the difference when turning the...

Yes, you can feel the difference when turning the axle. The point that you’re missing is that it makes no difference in the real world.

Here’s how you test it: put a power meter on your bike. Ride...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 3,268
Views: 439,213
Posted By Fredo76

You must be looking forward to receiving them! ...

You must be looking forward to receiving them!

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 621,122
Posted By Sierra_rider

I don't put a lot of faith in the Garmin...

I don't put a lot of faith in the Garmin info...basically I track my heart rate variability and resting HR overnight on the connect app, but that's it. This is what mine said this morning, before I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,993
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Put a few miles on the new hub to let the seals...

Put a few miles on the new hub to let the seals etc. to wear in.
It's like putting on a new pair of of cheap jeans without washing them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 295
Posted By unworthy1

So, there are a couple bike shops in Benelux with...

So, there are a couple bike shops in Benelux with that (sur)Name...there were a few racers, too. The most recent who died tragically 'way too young (in 2021) was a champion female CX racer Jolien...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 4,443
Views: 111,166
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Yes indeed. The limeys are even into cycle...

Yes indeed.

The limeys are even into cycle speedway. I reckon I'm too old to participate in that though :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrkwUvIholg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 09:30 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 621,122
Posted By diphthong

47-spot in the out of town, coastal/semi-coastal,...

47-spot in the out of town, coastal/semi-coastal, overcast. pch is still a thrill ride southbound to and through laguna beaches during summer or on the weekends. some things don't change.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 09:09 PM
Replies: 3,291
Views: 662,377
Posted By Sierra_rider

Today's ride, out and back over Sonora pass...

Today's ride, out and back over Sonora pass (9600')
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Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 4,443
Views: 111,166
Posted By Velo Vol

I got home from KCB about 21:35. Darkness had...

I got home from KCB about 21:35. Darkness had just set in. When I got out of the car I was greeted by a bizarre noise, about once every 15 seconds. Kind of shriekish, with an abrupt ending. wut ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 09:01 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,615
Posted By Maelochs

And exactly what are each of the drivers in this...

And exactly what are each of the drivers in this scenario "expecting"? The car driver expected traffic on the roadway to stop to allow the cart to cross ... which is both legal and expectable and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 3,291
Views: 662,377
Posted By Sierra_rider

Some assorted ones from last week's rides: ...

Some assorted ones from last week's rides:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 111
Posted By Biker Pete

On the way….

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 4,443
Views: 111,166
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

I kinda like T-Swift cuz of the people she...

I kinda like T-Swift cuz of the people she irritates, but her music is like mayonnaise on Wonder bread.

At least Bananarama put beans on their toast :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 621,122
Posted By Sierra_rider

55 miles, 7200' today, average speed 14.4mph, and...

55 miles, 7200' today, average speed 14.4mph, and average power of 207 watts...in the form of an out-n-back route on 2 very difficult climbs at high elevation...first time doing this pass in a few...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-11-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 455
Posted By 50PlusCycling

I used to work in law enforcement, and the video...

I used to work in law enforcement, and the video shows an example of vehicular assault, in addition to reckless driving, not to mention another charge of simple assault for shoving the cyclist. These...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 621,122
Posted By rsbob

13 flat lazy miles with the better half. Garmin...

13 flat lazy miles with the better half. Garmin still is disapproving and says I need a day or two off. Damn computers.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 4,443
Views: 111,166
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

My fondest dirt track memories were from...

My fondest dirt track memories were from Caruthers, CA. Motorcycle speedway action in the late 70s, maybe early 80s?

Then in Portland there was a banked short track not too far from my place in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 8,033
Views: 998,515
Posted By BTinNYC

Excellent gift, it looks great. Those Tektro...

Excellent gift, it looks great. Those Tektro levers with the modern design horn are really comfy.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-11-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 117
Posted By bikingshearer

Not for me any more, unless it has a sloping top...

Not for me any more, unless it has a sloping top tube and/or extended head tube. I used to ride a 59cm RB-1 and spent a lot of time in the drops and descended in the hooks. My neck will no longer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 118
Posted By theblackbullet

Got it the rest of the way together this evening...

Got it the rest of the way together this evening and took it on it's maiden voyage!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 118
Posted By theblackbullet

Pictures from the seller. ...

Pictures from the seller.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 118
Posted By theblackbullet

1977 Austro-Daimler Vent Noir

I've been off of the bike for the last 2 months, and I really wanted to give myself something to look forward to when I started being able to ride again. This is it!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,495
Posted By malcala622

Its not up to you to determine what is negative...

Its not up to you to determine what is negative or not on Bikeforums. If moderators want this removed its up to them.

I'm not going to tip toe around Bikeforums just because your feelings are hurt...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-24, 06:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 108
Posted By 13ollocks

I don’t know if I’d call it a flaw per se - more...

I don’t know if I’d call it a flaw per se - more like a design quirk. Since you have to do the same with any ball and cone hub, are they all flawed? No - leaving a little play in the bearing is just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,623
Posted By Chris 979

Depending on what you believe to be the right...

Depending on what you believe to be the right deciphering method... As described above Peter's deciphering approach does not agree with the data gathered on the field. Based on Vitus estimated...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 4,443
Views: 111,166
Posted By big john

I used to go to Ascot raceway and watch the...

I used to go to Ascot raceway and watch the sprint cars. There, they didn't use the big wings on the cars. They were fun to watch, sliding all over the track. And it was a cheap date.
I also went...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,599
Posted By smd4

Of course it can.

Of course it can.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 06:39 PM
Replies: 4,443
Views: 111,166
Posted By LAJ

Tell them to dial that **** in.

Tell them to dial that **** in.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 06:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 330
Posted By tomato coupe

Poaching is such a pejorative term. I prefer...

Poaching is such a pejorative term. I prefer pirating -- it sounds happy and fun.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 294
Posted By jdawginsc

What the *#%^€£ is that?

What the *#%^€£ is that?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 591
Posted By jadmt

No goals other than a couple long rides. Going to...

No goals other than a couple long rides. Going to be on vacation and off bike for a week starting tomorrow.
06/03 25 miles
06/11 37 miles
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-11-24, 06:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 579
Posted By Albion

Many thanks Rob, the orange is a bit much for me....

Many thanks Rob, the orange is a bit much for me. But the pictures of this and the other Colnago have helped me focus in on that marque.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 06:10 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 1,862
Posted By mstateglfr

Holdup- that pic has a BWR number hanging from...

Holdup- that pic has a BWR number hanging from the top tube.
So the pic is from BWR, but it's right after you say Unbound is 92% groomed track.

Odd.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 4,443
Views: 111,166
Posted By DougRNS

I believe that's for down force so they don't...

I believe that's for down force so they don't flip in the turns. It works. Sometimes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,615
Posted By njkayaker

No. In this sort of situation, the normal thing,...

No. In this sort of situation, the normal thing, if one vehicle is stopped at a crosswalk, the other vehicle (the tandem) will also stop. It's also normal for a the first vehicle to stop. Where these...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 4,443
Views: 111,166
Posted By t2p

this is what can happen when you lose a wing ...

this is what can happen when you lose a wing


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Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 4,443
Views: 111,166
Posted By t2p

skin cancer is serious !

skin cancer is serious !
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 591
Posted By good4u

6/3 20.7 miles 6/4 24.5 6/6 34.7 6/8 20.4 ...

6/3 20.7 miles
6/4 24.5
6/6 34.7
6/8 20.4
6/10 21.6
6/11 41.1 After the ride I picked up a test saddle good for 7 days. Apparently my current saddle is OK for 30 miles but not 40.


MTD:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 169
Posted By Portlandjim

Wikipedia says: American Bicycle...

Wikipedia says:

American Bicycle Manufacturing was a company making mostly custom MTB frames, founded by Fred Schilplin (February 16, 1947 – April 13, 2005) in St. Cloud, Minnesota, United...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-11-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 117
Posted By bikingshearer

It may take a while, but keep looking a plugging...

It may take a while, but keep looking a plugging away - you'll find one. I thought I would never have a pre-Colombo Cinelli in my size (I'm a big boy, too), and then the stars aligned and I now have...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-11-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 210
Posted By Speedway2

Love my Langster too! Mine's a 2009 with a raw...

Love my Langster too!
Mine's a 2009 with a raw aluminium finish and carbon fibre fork. I also swapped the drops for bull-horns with TT levers.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-11-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 117
Posted By merziac

My torso not too long or short per se, most...

My torso not too long or short per se, most frames still not ideal, the Strawberry is very close but a bit small on purpose so I can hopefully ride it to the very end of the line.

And the bikes it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 05:04 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,615
Posted By flangehead

I encounter ambiguous or complex situations from...

I encounter ambiguous or complex situations from time to time. I make liberal use of hand signals.. including pointing straight forward to indicate that I am not stopping. I do it early enough that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 330
Posted By big john

When I've done organized rides I stop at all of...

When I've done organized rides I stop at all of the rest stops and gorge myself on the food. It's part of the fun and if I want to hammer out a bunch of miles without stopping I wouldn't pay for a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 4,443
Views: 111,166
Posted By big john

Sitting around the leg seems fine. Only a couple...

Sitting around the leg seems fine. Only a couple thousand feet of climbing and I didn't push it. Just me and the e-Musketeers. On the return ride I went ahead and there was a young woman ahead of me....
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